Soviet Bus Stops (Volume II)

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In this second volume, photographer Christopher Herwig explores new wonders of Soviet vernacular architecture in Georgia, Ukraine, and Russia. The book showcases a diverse range of bus stops, highlighting their audacious and unique designs. Herwig, after exhaustive research, drove over 9,000 miles across Russia, capturing examples of this distinctive architectural form. The foreword by Owen Hatherley provides insights into the origins of Soviet bus stops, their significance, and their reflection of Soviet values. The book serves as a valuable document of these intriguing and important constructions. Show more